A Japanese manufacturer is searching for a Field Application Engineer.
The Field Application Engineer will act as the primary technical liaison between the company, its dealers, and end-users within the assigned territory.
You will support market development by strengthening customer relationships, providing product expertise, and identifying new business opportunities.

Possible Area (You will be covering the area with another member)
• West-Central: North Rhine-Westphalia (Düsseldorf, Cologne, Dortmund)
• Central-East: Frankfurt and surrounding central-eastern states

Ref: HN47217

TYPE: Full-time role (Probation: 6 months)
WORKING HOURS: 40 hours per week
SALARY: €48k–54k gross per year + performance bonus (if applicable)
START: ASAP
LOCATION: Field-based / Full-remote in Central Germany (Frequent travel within assigned region)
BENEFIT: Company car (electric van possible), pension scheme, 30 days annual leave, IT equipment (laptop/tablet), mobile phone

Field Application Engineer Responsibilities:
• Act as the first point of contact for dealers and end-users regarding products, applications, and daily business matters
• Manage and develop relationships with dealers and end-users within the assigned region while identifying new opportunities and supporting revenue growth
• Conduct joint visits with dealer sales representatives and perform regular visits to key customers and major accounts
• Provide product demonstrations, technical instruction, training, and application support to dealers and end-users
• Support installations, basic service activities, troubleshooting, and customer care visits as required
• Participate in exhibitions, dealer events, and marketing activities while following up on leads and inquiries
• Monitor market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities, sharing relevant insights internally
• Ensure proper branding and product presentation at dealer locations
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders including the Lead Account Manager, Business Development Manager, service teams, and R&D to ensure effective information flow

Field Application Engineer Ideal Candidate:
• Some experience of communicating duties with clients or customers and interest in industrial tools
• Strong commercial mindset with a proactive and opportunity-driven approach
• Native-level German language is required
• Proficiency in English is advantageous; willingness to develop English skills required
• Solid technical understanding, ideally related to construction or industrial products
• Self-motivated and able to work independently in a field-based role
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
• Team player who collaborates effectively across departments
• Willingness to travel extensively, including overnight stays

** All applicants for the Field Application Engineer must have the right to work in Germany as the Company is not able to offer visa support.